Job summary
The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the development of a performance focused culture where safety, effectiveness and patient experience are consistently delivered through the provision of high-quality performance information, analytical interpretation, benchmarking, forecasting and intelligent modelling.
The post-holder is responsible for the extraction, processing, validation, and analysis of information to support corporate and clinical services within WTWA.
The post holder will be required to liaise closely with Trust wide clinical and operational teams. They will work collaboratively with the WTWA divisions, ensuring consistent and high-quality WTWA service delivery.
Main duties of the job
To understand the national and local performance standards, especially those relating to WTWA divisions
Develop operational reports the process of which will include the scoping of requirements, designing reports, documenting processes, and testing and validating data
Establish information requirements in conjunction with the Strategic Analyst, Head of Performance and Delivery and Head of Improvement and develop a reporting process, using the data warehouse where appropriate, to meet those needs
Support managers and clinicians in the decision-making process by ensuring that the information generated is accurate, timely and 'fit for purpose'
Facilitate the production of detailed information to monitor performance and operational requirements agreed with key stakeholders providing information for divisional and service managers, corporate managers, and clinicians as appropriate
About us
MFT is England's largest NHS Trust with a turnover of £2.5bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our brand-new Electronic Patient Record system which we've launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our new Green Plan which will set out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level or equivalent experience, ideally in informatics / statistics / data analysis, or a related IT field Evidence of further professional development or specialist knowledge acquired through training, in an area relevant to the role
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as SQL, PowerBI, Excel and any associated tools, to highly advanced level E Able to analyse highly complex specialist information and display the ability to explain findings and resolve any issues. Able to interpret information received and react appropriately Ability to scope information requirements with non-technical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development Ability to work towards tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure Self-motivated individual Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team offering advice and support where necessary Excellent communication skills - able to communicate at all levels within the Trust and with external agencies Flexible working approach to meet the needs of the service Awareness of patient confidentially within the NHS
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS, data flows, data definitions and info sources
Skills
Essential
- Patient and methodical with an aptitude for problem solving Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational skills with an ability to meet set targets, despite competing demands Ability to build effective relationships with people at all levels within an organisation Ability to communicate at all levels and in difficult circumstances
Desirable
- Ability to communicate clearly to explain complex pathways and diagnostic information, avoiding unnecessary jargon
Attributes
Essential
- Flexibility - adapts to ensure achievement of objectives within constantly changing situations and environments Excellent attention to detail Commitment to continuous education and training Good interpersonal skills Enthusiastic and hard working
Desirable
- Innovative thinking Aware of current issues within the NHS
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level or equivalent experience, ideally in informatics / statistics / data analysis, or a related IT field Evidence of further professional development or specialist knowledge acquired through training, in an area relevant to the role
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of using various information analysis techniques such as SQL, PowerBI, Excel and any associated tools, to highly advanced level E Able to analyse highly complex specialist information and display the ability to explain findings and resolve any issues. Able to interpret information received and react appropriately Ability to scope information requirements with non-technical staff and translate this into a detailed requirement specification for development Ability to work towards tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure Self-motivated individual Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team offering advice and support where necessary Excellent communication skills - able to communicate at all levels within the Trust and with external agencies Flexible working approach to meet the needs of the service Awareness of patient confidentially within the NHS
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS, data flows, data definitions and info sources
Skills
Essential
- Patient and methodical with an aptitude for problem solving Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational skills with an ability to meet set targets, despite competing demands Ability to build effective relationships with people at all levels within an organisation Ability to communicate at all levels and in difficult circumstances
Desirable
- Ability to communicate clearly to explain complex pathways and diagnostic information, avoiding unnecessary jargon
Attributes
Essential
- Flexibility - adapts to ensure achievement of objectives within constantly changing situations and environments Excellent attention to detail Commitment to continuous education and training Good interpersonal skills Enthusiastic and hard working
Desirable
- Innovative thinking Aware of current issues within the NHS
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
